Royal Arch News
On May 10th Gildenburg Chapter held their Centenary Meeting at the Masonic Centre in Peterborough. Just short of 95 in attendance with just under 90 dining contributed to making the evening very special.
Those attending were treated to an explanation of the history of the Chapter and its Consecration as well as what was happening in Peterborough in 1921.
The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent addressed the Companions accompanied by the whole of the exec, a host of Grand Officers and barring Covid & Holidays all of the Active Provincial Officers. A really enjoyable and fraternal way to end the Masonic Season.
- Written by: Michael Genner
A number of companions from our province travelled to London on April 28th to attend the Regular Convocation of The Supreme Grand Chapter.
The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent then hosted a Reception & Luncheon for members of the Province at the Ambassador Hotel.
- Written by: Michael Genner
Held at Sheaf Close Northampton, EComp Tony Avery, Installing MEZ, opened the Chapter and coordinated the installation of his successor EComp Jim Boughton – Most Excellent Grand Superintendent. The Robes & Sceptres were wonderfully presented by EComp David Docherty, EComp Andy Petrie and EComp Mike Binsted. After the appointment of the officers, the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent went on to make an impassioned presentation on “Post Covid, the Way Forward”. There was a great atmosphere at the festive board with over 60 in attendance.
Left to Right: EComp Andy Walker - ProvAGDC, EComp Del Pearson - Third Provincial Grand Principal, EComp Neil Handley - Deputy Grand Superintendent, EComp Mike Green - Haggai, EComp Jim Boughton MEZ & Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, EComp Mark Constant - Joshua, EComp John Payne - Second Provincial Grand Principal, EComp Kevin Foreman - ADC, EComp Tony Avery - IPZ, EComp David Hargreaves - DC
- Written by: Michael Genner
At their April Convocation, Perseverance Chapter welcomed their official visitor, EComp Del Pearson, Third Provincial Grand Principal, accompanied by EComp Steve Seward Provincial Grand Director of Ceremonies. After a successful ballot their excellencies proceeded to Exalt WBro Robert Everard a self employed drone operator of Wentworth Lodge No737. EComp Del Pearson had the honour of not only presenting a Grand Chapter Certificate to Companion Mark Alderman, but as a complete surprise, proceeded to provide an emotional presentation of a 50 Year Certificate to EComp Barry Cole.
Back Row: EComp Peter Robinson - Haggai, EComp Duncan Childs - MEZ, EComp Mick Abbot – Joshua
Front Row: EComp Del Pearson – Third Provincial Grand Principal, EComp Barry Cole EComp Steve Seward – Provincial Grand Director of Ceremonies.
Front Row: Companion Totan Nguyen – Principal Sojouner, Companion Robert Everard Oliver Candidate/Exaltee on the left,
far right EComp Mike Coleman – Acting Scribe N and Past Deputy Grand Superintendent.
- Written by: Michael Genner